In the information gathering stage of the problem-solving process, what information would be most important when choosing options for controlling the stray animal population in a town? Choose two correct answers.

To compare ways to control the stray animal population, first find out how many stray animals need attention and what efforts are already in place. Knowing the number of stray animals helps estimate the scale of the problem, while learning about existing programs shows what options are available or what gaps remain. These are “how many stray animals are needing to be controlled” and “what types of programs already exist to control stray animals.”

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